Purple Pincushion Urchin (M/L)
Purple Pincushion Urchin (Lytechinus variegatus)
💜 Vibrant Algae-Eater – Eye-Catching Cleanup Crew
Add a splash of color and utility to your reef tank with the Purple Pincushion Urchin. This spiny stunner isn't just beautiful—it's a tireless algae grazer that helps keep your tank pristine. Its vivid purple spines and orb-like shape make it a standout addition to any aquascape.
💡 Coloration: Deep violet to neon purple spines with occasional green/yellow hues
🧽 Function: Excellent at removing nuisance algae from rockwork and glass
📏 Size: 2–3" diameter (fully grown can reach up to 4")
💧 Care Level: Easy
☀️ Lighting: Not light-dependent
🌪 Flow: Low to moderate
🤝 Compatibility: Reef-safe, but may move unsecured frags or decorations
Whether you're battling algae or just want a living gem in your reef, the Purple Pincushion Urchin delivers both utility and striking aesthetics. A must-have for serious reefkeepers.
Purple Pincushion Urchin (Lytechinus variegatus)
💜 Vibrant Algae-Eater – Eye-Catching Cleanup Crew
Add a splash of color and utility to your reef tank with the Purple Pincushion Urchin. This spiny stunner isn't just beautiful—it's a tireless algae grazer that helps keep your tank pristine. Its vivid purple spines and orb-like shape make it a standout addition to any aquascape.
💡 Coloration: Deep violet to neon purple spines with occasional green/yellow hues
🧽 Function: Excellent at removing nuisance algae from rockwork and glass
📏 Size: 2–3" diameter (fully grown can reach up to 4")
💧 Care Level: Easy
☀️ Lighting: Not light-dependent
🌪 Flow: Low to moderate
🤝 Compatibility: Reef-safe, but may move unsecured frags or decorations
Whether you're battling algae or just want a living gem in your reef, the Purple Pincushion Urchin delivers both utility and striking aesthetics. A must-have for serious reefkeepers.
Purple Pincushion Urchin (Lytechinus variegatus)
💜 Vibrant Algae-Eater – Eye-Catching Cleanup Crew
Add a splash of color and utility to your reef tank with the Purple Pincushion Urchin. This spiny stunner isn't just beautiful—it's a tireless algae grazer that helps keep your tank pristine. Its vivid purple spines and orb-like shape make it a standout addition to any aquascape.
💡 Coloration: Deep violet to neon purple spines with occasional green/yellow hues
🧽 Function: Excellent at removing nuisance algae from rockwork and glass
📏 Size: 2–3" diameter (fully grown can reach up to 4")
💧 Care Level: Easy
☀️ Lighting: Not light-dependent
🌪 Flow: Low to moderate
🤝 Compatibility: Reef-safe, but may move unsecured frags or decorations
Whether you're battling algae or just want a living gem in your reef, the Purple Pincushion Urchin delivers both utility and striking aesthetics. A must-have for serious reefkeepers.